Explore our world-class mountaineering library, apply for one of our grants, and dig in to your member resources.
The Cape Horn Trail is one of the closest Columbia River Gorge trails to the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area. It features wide-ranging views up and down the river, rocky cliffs and crags, streams and a waterfall. The route is well signed and has seen numerous improvements over the years, including sturdier trail treads and new overlooks. Link: https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Cape_Horn_Loop_Hike
Activity Notes
We'll carpool from the MMC parking lot departing at 7:30 am, or you can meet us at the trailhead at 8:10. The trailhead is at the Salmon Falls Park & Ride just off Rt 14. The hike is about 7.5 miles with 1500 feet of elevation gain most of which is over the first mile and a half. Expect an average pace of 2.5 mph.
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 55 miles |
| Distance - Round Trip | 7 miles |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in one day |
